Senior Auditor Ii

JOB TITLE: Senior Auditor II
SALARY RANGE: $95,835
HAY POINTS: 496
DEPT/DIV: Audit Services
SUPERVISOR: Audit Director
LOCATION: 2 Broadway New York, NY 10004
HOURS OF WORK: 8:00am - 4:30pm (7 1/2 hours/day) or as required
DEADLINE: Open Until Filled
This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire.
SUMMARY:
Senior Auditors conduct assurance, operational, consulting and contract audits with increasing levels of complexity and develop appropriate and value-adding recommendations in accordance with the Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) standards, the International Professional Practices Framework (IPPF) for Internal Auditing, incorporating good business judgment and skills. They perform work in a professional manner, have developed and maintain a professional working relationship with clients, understand client business operations and have successfully completed MTA audits or similar. Senior Auditors are expected to assist in the supervision of junior Auditors I and II.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervise and/or conduct detailed analyses and reviews of audited operations.
• Exercises independent judgment on work assignments.
• Determine the extent of required audit testing, staff assignments, and projection of man-days required to complete audits.
• Conducts a full cost/benefit analysis of audits.
• Fully understands MTA policy and practice on audits including IPPF and can fully communicate such procedures to others. May assist others in such matters in the department.
• Understands the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations (COSO) model, incorporates the framework in the development of the audit program, and can apply it in the development of the audit recommendations.
• Prepare audit programs and suggest changes to such during review, to ensure objectives of audits are achieved.
• Prepare and/or review workpapers to ensure conclusions reached are supported by sufficient evidential data.
• Prepare audit reports and/or written material based on detailed analysis for inclusion in audit reports in a highly professional manner.
• Conduct and/or supervise special projects as needed and orients staff as appropriate.
• Aids the department in whatever manner necessary for it to meet its business objectives.
• Expected to demonstrate independent and professional judgment. Position requires leadership skills and the ability to demonstrate self-development by learning client business functions and by developing and maintaining professional client work relationships.
• Senior Auditor II will develop relationships across agencies to obtain support from more senior management as needed to complete more complex multiagency projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good written oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact effectively with inter/intra-agency management, audit professionals, and departmental staff.
• Analytical, time management and /or administration skills.
• Ability to supervise/conduct assigned audits and special projects timely and accurately.
• Understanding of effective IPPF audit practices including risk assessment, audit program, and workpaper development.
• Understanding of PC applications and computer-assisted audit techniques, as well as selected systems, applications, and technology environment supporting management and operational functions.
• Knowledge of Financial, Operational, Technology and/or Contract Audit areas or an equivalent combination of knowledge, including familiarity with:

For Financial/Operational Audit Area:

• GAGAS, IIA Standards, Internal Controls (COSO); applicable City, State and Federal Regulations; MTA and Agency-Specific Policies, Procedures and Guidelines.

For Contracts Audit Area:

• Federal Acquisition Regulations, applicable procurement guidelines including City, State and Federal (FAR) Regulations, MTA and Agency-Specific Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines.

For Technology Audit Area:

• Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology Framework (COSO ERM), applicable City, State and Federal Regulations; All-Agency and Agency-Specific Policies, Procedures, and Guidelines.
• Knowledge of PC based/Client-server (LAN) system applications; security software; IBM mainframe platforms; Telecommunications Technology.
• Understanding of MTA Information Services Policies and Procedures (SDLC methodologies/approaches).
• Proficiency in computer audit techniques/tools.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
REQUIRED:

• Undergraduate degree in Accounting, Auditing, Computer Science, or other related business or operational field.
• Approximately four to five years' experience in financial/operational/technology/contract type auditing or related industry experience and/or demonstrated performance as a Senior Auditor I.

PREFERRED:

• Minimum of one-year supervisory experience preferred.
• Advanced progress towards Certification (CIA/CGAP/CPA/CISA/CFE, etc.) preferred and/or Graduate degree in business-related areas desired.

OTHER INFORMATION:
Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the "Commission").
Equal Employment Opportunity
MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.
The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.